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Pu`uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Parkcanoe sailing from Keone'ele Cove
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Cultural Demonstrations

Watch demonstrators practicetraditional techniques, weave baskets from lauhala, make lei or play Hawaiian games.  These are just a few of the activities performed by cultural demonstrators in the park.  Check with the visitor center to see which activities are available on the day of your visit.

 
Ki'i standing watch over Keone'ele Cove  

Did You Know?
Did you know that the ki'i (carved wooden images) found throughout the park are carved from the ohia tree? This tree grows in the uplands of Hawai'i and is among the first plants to colonize new lava flows.

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Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:22 EST